I wrote about this awesome cat climbing tower years ago when it first became available. Last year I found out that the manufacturer was changing, so the tower was unavailable for a while, but it’s now back in stock! I’ve seen this in person and it is a very well-made climbing tower. The boxes are [...]
Continue reading...29. April 2011
Today is the day to bring attention to one issue constantly plaguing cats and their owners: hairballs. Well, we decided to do it with Moderncat style. Instead of shunning these furry frustrations, we have turned them into a hot new accessory, because if you’re going to wear cat fur, why not be fashionable about it. [...]
Continue reading...28. April 2011
These whimsical and stylish mobiles are from Danish company Flensted Mobiles. Started in 1954 by Christian and Grethe Flensted, the company continues to create these elegant decorations today, now run by the founders’ son Ole and his wife Aase. Over the years Flensted mobiles have been featured in TV commercials, magazine advertisements, and films, including [...]
Continue reading...28. April 2011
If you’re looking for a new fountain to keep your cats hydrated this summer, then this is a deal you won’t want to miss! Glacier Point is offering FREE SHIPPING to US addresses for the first 25 readers who purchase a Glacier Point Basic Fountain! That’s an $18 value! Act now!
Continue reading...27. April 2011
Just spotted these two beauties on Design*Sponge. The lovely cow cat is Christy at home in her London flat, also home of designer Jimmie Martin and photographer Rick Schultz. The beautiful calico is Dagmar who lives with her sister, Bug, and her mom and dad Alison Feldmann and Jeff Bergstrom in their Brooklyn railroad apartment. [...]
Continue reading...27. April 2011
A while ago, I introduced Colony Cats, a wonderful animal rescue in central Ohio. They have a beautiful cat adoption center in Columbus, OH, plus they have all sorts of wonderful programs to help address the cat overpopulation problem in central Ohio, including an active TNR program. Right now Colony Cats is running a very [...]
Continue reading...26. April 2011
If you and your kitty prefer it when things match, they you must check out the collection of pet accessories and home decor by {yep yup}. Created by a pet-loving husband and wife design team, the {yep yup} products definitely make a fashion statement. Everything — collars and tags, pet bedding, 0rganizers, and feeding accessories [...]
Continue reading...26. April 2011
Congratulations to Keri (comment #166), winner of the Classic Warhol custom cat portrait from AllPopArt.com! I know Keri’s cats will look stunning is this gorgeous artwork. DISCOUNT CODE FOR MODERNCAT READERS AllPopArt.com is offering a special discount for Moderncat readers! Take 10% off your order now through May 30, 2011. Just use coupon code MODERNCAT [...]
Continue reading...25. April 2011
For a very fun giveaway, the fabulous Cathy Peng is offering her Pirate Kitty T-shirt to one lucky winner. The 3/4 sleeve sheer red boatneck t-shirt features Cathy’s Pirate Kitty design hand screen printed in black ink. The winner will get to choose the size (s, m, l, xl). To enter, please leave a comment [...]
Continue reading...24. April 2011
Thank you so much to everyone who left comments about the new cat condo designs from Urban Pet Haus! Your feedback will definitley help them refine the concepts and create something that everyone will love. I can’t wait to see what they do! The lucky winner of the Wave perches is Nina (comment #15). If [...]
Continue reading...23. April 2011
French designer Marianne Rautureau creates wearable sculptures that remind us of our favorite things. Her new Cat Ear Ring is the perfect accessory for modern cat lovers. The sterling silver ring is topped with little kitty ears and finished with an engraved logo inside the band. $100 at UrbanOutfitters.com. Thanks to Angela for the find.
Continue reading...23. April 2011
There are going to be some very happy kitties in Belgium and The Netherlands! Check out these two stores I just came across that specialize in modern pet products. Vovnjau is a boutique in the stylish southern quarter of Amserdam that also operates an online store, and PurrFectDesign.net is an online only store based in [...]
Continue reading...22. April 2011
For a fun portfolio project, Brooklyn-based communications designer Eric Hart created a fictitious brand of cat food called Snookums – Cat Food with Attitude. He developed a complete communications package including packaging, point-of-purchase display, and even an ad campaign. The edgy copy and sassy graphics would definitley get me to notice this product! See more [...]
Continue reading...22. April 2011
Cat Above is currently running a special on their SnoozePal Cat Hammock in a Box. Take $5 off the SnoozePal with one of their two newest fabrics, Kitty Corner or Cloud 9. No coupon code needed, discount applies to these two fabrics only.
Continue reading...21. April 2011
Italian design firm Borella Design created this elegant designer cat house made of glossy white aluminum with a wooden floor. I love the little fishbone cutout over the door. The Crazy Cat house is available online from Jardin Chic for €239.20. via Dog-Milk
Continue reading...21. April 2011
This Old House magazine is looking for your awesome pet projects to feature in an upcoming issue. Ever make a scratching post or play structure, feeding station, cat enclosure, or anything for your pet that you want to show off? Send photos of your pet projects to Associate Editor Keith Pandolfi at keith_pandolfi [at] timeinc [...]
Continue reading...20. April 2011
Designer Javier Suarez created these super-hip wall decals for Hommu. Use these decals to personalize kitty’s space and let everyone know that you have special furry family members who shares your home. Available online from hommu.com. Thanks to Jaime at Dog-Milk for the find.
Continue reading...20. April 2011
Congratulations to Tarah (comment #37), winner of the adorable greeting cards from The Dancing Cat! Enjoy!
Continue reading...19. April 2011
When you love your cat, there’s no better way to show it than with a custom pet portrait like those created by AllPopArt.com. They have an incredibly easy and fun system for taking your photo and turning it into a fabulous work of art. You can choose from a huge variety of styles and colors. [...]
Continue reading...18. April 2011
I first introduced these exquisite handcrafted cat products from Dutch designer Marly Gommans over three years ago. I had not seen them available for sale until recently when I came across them at Generate Design. If you’ve been patiently waiting for these to be available, the wait is over! Marly’s gorgeous scratching tower, pillow bed, [...]
Continue reading...18. April 2011
The Refined Feline has a new concept for a colorful cardboard cat climbing tower, but they need your feedback to finalize the design. They have created an online survey to capture your comments. If you take the survey, you’ll have a chance to win one of the new towers when they are ready. >> click [...]
Continue reading...17. April 2011
The folks over at Cat-in-the-box Creations sure do have a sense of humor, but they may be on to something as well. Meet Tabbi, a full-size mannequin cat scratcher. If you have become your cat’s favorite scratching surface, maybe Tabbi is just what you need. She’s covered from head to toe in high quality sisal [...]
Continue reading...16. April 2011
Maybe not the best footwear for going out TNRing, but for a hot night on the town these new Smoking Cat Wedges from Charlotte Olympia’s Fall 2011 collection certainly won’t make you look like a crazy cat lady! Also available as pumps and flats in black, red or leopard velvet. via Catsparella & Old Cats [...]
Continue reading...15. April 2011
Our friends over at Urban Pet Haus have been hard at work developing new concepts for some fabulous ultra-mod cat condos and hideaways. They asked me to share the concepts with you to get your feedback, and as a special thank you, one lucky reader who leaves feedback will receive a set of UPH Wave [...]
Continue reading...15. April 2011
Celebrate Earth Day with a special discount on Clean + Green natural odor and stain elimination products! Take 50% off your entire order from the Clean + Green online store now through April 30. Just use promo code EARTHDAY at checkout. As an added bonus, any order of $30 or more (after discount) qualifies for [...]
30. April 2011
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